Sustainability for Organisational Growth
The IKC3 ‘Sustainability for Organisational Growth’ programme aims to support and empower small to medium enterprise and a range of organisations in a practical, actionable way to take control of their sustainability planning and monitoring needs. Comprised of six interactive sessions over 12 weeks, the programme will guide participants in the creation of their Sustainability Plan and a clear Roadmap to Sustainability tailored to the specific needs of each organisation. The sessions are structured to guide and create incremental but meaningful changes into any business ororganisation and to develop a Sustainability Plan for all stakeholders & clients.
Key to this is an assessment of current operations, defining and setting clearactionable objectives and tools to engage with staff and stakeholders to identify areas for improvement, developing strategies, monitoring progress, and laying the foundation for an effective and practical sustainability journey roadmap. Globally and nationally, SMEs play a vital role in driving economic growth and innovation. Implementing a sustainability plan can help these small to medium enterprises tobecome more resilient, uncover cost efficiencies, preempt upcoming rules andregulations, improve brand reputation, and gain a competitive edge.
How will the course benefit my career/organisation?
Sustainability skills are high in demand across as sectors and organisations. It is imperative to have a structured sustainability plan that meets existing andupcoming legislation, reporting and policy change. This course will support your career prospects through the addition of valuable skills and knowledge that benefit your place of work, your business or organisation with clear actionable sustainability targets, monitoring tools and strategy for growth and development.
What to expect.......
- Develop your sustainability plan in 6 sessions over a 12 week period
- Resource Management & Policy – Influencing and Competing Factors for Organisations
- Inspiration from real world organisations in climate transition action, reporting and monitoring
- Sustainability Roadmap – Design and strategic pillars for successful implementation
- Green Team – Building the team and developinginternal leadership skills & project ownership
- Communicating Sustainability Credentials –Internal, external stakeholders, suppliers &customers
Entry Requirements
This programme is designed for those who have reached NFQ level 7 degree in business, HR, sales, management, engineering, food & beverage sector, marketing or any relevant degree area. The University’s policy in relation to recognition of prior learning (RPL) also applies.
Application Form
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Course Information
AWARD TYPE: NFQ Level 8
LOCATION: Online
DURATION: 12 weeks, once a fortnight, part-time, evening sessions
START DATE: 4th March 2026
COST: €450.00
Application Deadline:
6th February 2026
FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT:
Email: ikc3@mtu.ie
